I Love Kate Spade's New Website & Products :)

Getting a new Kate Spade bag never fails to make me a real happy gal and i love Kate Spade's color of the month Yellow on their newly designed website which looks so cheerful and bright :) I love Yellow as it is a really lovely and cute color and never fails to help brighten the day :) Feels yellow bags looks especially pretty when matched with denim material clothes.

I love the new products on the website especially the Shady Side Magazine tote and Flicker Bon Shopper and am so tempted to get either one for myself but i have just bought 2 new bags and have to control myself. Guess i will have to wait till they are on sale before getting them ;)

(Source: http://www.katespade.com/)

7 Foods That Should Be on Your Heart-Healthy Checklist

There are some foods that make us think our heart is happy (like lounging on the couch with a pint of ice cream) and then there are some that really do improve your heart's health. Check out the best foods you should be snacking on from celebrity nutritionist Paula Simpson, B.A.Sc, RNCP. (And check out the other four superfoods here.)

Omega-3 Fats
Also proven to reduce acne and inflammation, the omega-3 fatty acids found in things like salmon and walnuts are proven to reduce the risk of heart disease and even a heart attack. Just by eating one to two servings a week you are lowering your blood pressure, boosting immunity, and even improving arthritis.

High Fiber Finds
Fruits, veggies, and whole grains are a one-way ticket to a healthy diet. By choosing grains over white refined foods (which are typically stripped of their iron and B-vitamins) you can lower your cholesterol and promote healthy heart function. Simpson recommends aiming to get 30g of fiber a day, but start slowly and be sure to drink lots of fluid as you increase your fiber intake to make it easier to ingest.

Oatmeal
A bowl of oatmeal in the morning will stock you up on omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and potassium. It's also proven to keep your arteries clear and lower your cholesterol.

Spices
Ginger, green tea, cocoa, cayenne, and cinnamon aren't just yummy to sip on, Simpson says they also contain potent anti-inflammatory properties and help balance your blood sugar. Mix them into tea or your favorite foods to reap the healthy heart benefits.

Legumes
Another high fiber food, lentils, chickpeas, black beans, and kidney beans contain calcium and omega-3 fatty acids, checking off multiple boxes on your healthy heart food checklist.

Soy Protein
Soy, found in things like edamame and tofu are increasing in popularity for their role in lowering triglycerides (the chemical form which most fats exist in food as well as in your body) and decreasing cardiovascular disease. Simpson recommends soy because it's considered to be a high quality protein that contains fiber along with vitamins and minerals, giving you a well rounded, healthy choice.

Blueberries
This deeply hued fruit is packed with antioxidants that help to boost your immune system and keep you healthy during cold season. They help to reduce your risk of heart disease and even cancer, not to mention they are yummy to nibble on!

(Source: http://www.shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/7-foods-that-should-be-on-your-heart-healthy-checklist-2449240/;_ylt=AtC0MofKx3_vwsBgqh40LZBqbqU5 )

I Love McDonalds New Chicken McGrill Burger :)

I Love My New Kate Spade Bon Shopper and Hit The Dock Stevie Bags :)

I was really delighted when i received my Kate Spade purchases via DHL yesterday as i did not expect it to be so fast. Borderlinx only took about 7 days and i love its prompt and efficient service and it makes online shopping really convenient. The shipping charges were a killer though as i had to pay S$73.13 including fuel surcharge and additional S$39.68 for GST as my total purchases were more than S$400. I forgot about the GST and should have kept my purchases below S$400 but anyway i love both bags and at least shipping was more worthwhile with 2 bags than 1 :) I even took my Hit The Dock Stevie out the moment i received it as i was about to meet my cousin for Karaoke and luckily the deliveryman arrived before i went out.

Up to 70% off at The Body Shop Warehouse Sale - 9 to 12 March!‏

Kimura Takuya proves both funny and sexy for Gatsby

My favorite Japanese actor and SMAP member Kimura Takuya recently appeared in a hilarious CM for Gatsby’s “deodorant AQUA” line, proving that his appeal shines through for even the most silly of situations. He still looks so cute and cool and i have included the video below for fellow fans of Kimura :)

(Source: http://www.tokyohive.com/2011/03/kimura-takuya-proves-both-funny-and-sexy-for-gatsby/)

Shibasaki Kou to make Hollywood debut alongside Keanu Reeves

It’s been revealed that 29-year-old actress Shibasaki Kou will make her Hollywood debut in the film “47 RONIN“, slated for release in December, 2012.

The film is based on the Japanese story of “Chūshingura“, a fictionalized retelling of the 47 samurais who avenged the death of their master, Asano Naganori, in the 18th century. Numerous plays, films, and TV shows have been based on this story, and Universal Pictures will be bringing it to America as a 3D film on a 200 million dollar budget.

“The Matrix” actor Keanu Reeves will play the lead role of the half-British, half-Japanese Kai, who is one of the 47 samurais. Shibasaki will play the female lead, Mika, the daughter of Asano who falls in love with Kai.

Auditions for the female lead role were secretly conducted last November, and Shibasaki won the role by impressing the director with her outstanding acting skills.

At the press reveal for the film, the director excitedly proclaimed the Shibasaki, “Has a feminine quality that isn’t found in the West, and elegance like (Audrey) Hepburn. She’s clearly able to become an international star, and I’ve discovered her.”

Her co-star, Reeves, said, “She’s mysterious and beautiful, and an actress who can portray any role.”

The 4-month filming process for the film will begin on March 14th in Hungary, and continue in London, England, and Japan.

Shibasaki has been studying English for a few hours everyday since last December, as the script is entirely in English. She told reporters in English that she was “so excited!” when she found out she got the part.

(Source: http://www.tokyohive.com/2011/03/shibasaki-kou-to-make-hollywood-debut-alongside-keanu-reeves/)

Delicious Lunch @ Han's :)

My favorite salmon pasta

Honeydew sago for dessert :)

60+ Healthy Foods for When You Have No Time to Eat

When you don’t have the time or place to fix something to eat, these are great, healthy food options. From Drs. Susan Mitchell and Catherine Christie, authors of Fat Is Not Your Fate: Outsmart Your Genes and Lose the Weight Forever

 

Here is a list of No-Prep foods to pick up at the grocery or convenience store. These are great when you don’t have the time or place to fix something or can’t sit down in a restaurant to eat. No-Prep means just that -- open and eat. Be sure to think about the number of protein, carbohydrate, and fat servings on your diet plan for the meal or snack you choose.

You will have to estimate the correct portion size using your hand. Product sizes vary all over the country. Your serving size is the amount allowed in terms of your hand size. Item location will vary by type of store.

Bakery

• Bagels (top with low-fat cream cheese or peanut butter) -- Palm
• Raisin bran muffins (even better if made with liquid oil rather than hydrogenated oil) -- Fist

Dairy/Alternatives

• Blueberry smoothie (such as Odwalla) -- Fist
• Cheese sticks -- Thumb
• DanActive probiotic dairy drink -- Fist
• Laughing Cow cheese (doesn’t require refrigeration) -- Thumb
• Milk chugs (single serving low-fat or skim milk) -- Fist
• Slim·Fast (check for cold ones in deli or drink case) -- Fist
• Snack size cottage cheese (such as Light n’ Lively) -- Fist
• Soy drinks in smaller sizes such as
  • Coffee soylatte -- Fist
  • Vanilla, chocolate -- Fist
• Yogurt cups, low-fat and one third fewer calories (less sugar) -- Fist
• Yogurt drinks (smoothies; there are so many of these that you must compare the labels to make the best choice) -- Fist
• Yogurt tubes -- Fist

Deli
Because these products vary greatly by store and recipe, one type of potato salad may have twice the fat of another choice. Compare your options and follow the portion guides, using your fist, palm, or thumb.

• Bottled water or flavored water without calories -- Freebie
• Carrot raisin salad -- Fist
• Deli baked beans -- Fist
• Fresh fruit cups -- Fist
• Garden pasta -- Fist
• Green tea or other tea (canned with nothing added) -- Freebie
• Greek style salad -- Fist
• Hard-cooked eggs -- Thumb
• Hummus and pita (such as Athenos Travelers) -- Thumb
• Kosher garlic pickles -- Freebie
• Macaroni salad -- Fist
• Pimento cheese -- Thumb
• Potato salad -- Fist
• Red pepper hummus -- Thumb
• Salata Mediterranean salad -- Fist
• Shredded coleslaw -- Fist
• Smoked salmon -- Palm
• Soup of the day (non–cream based) with corn bread or other whole grain bread -- Fist
• Subs and other sandwiches made with lean meats and topped with vegetables -- Fist
• Summer rolls (typically found with sushi) -- Palm
• Sushi -- Palm
• Taboule -- Fist
• Tropicana peach smoothie -- Fist
• Turkey salad -- Fist
• V8 juice with a lemon twist (there are several V8 flavors) -- Fist
• White tuna salad -- Fist

Miscellaneous

• Clif Bars, such as Crunchy Peanut Butter or Chocolate Chip Peanut Crunch -- Palm
• Granola or trail mix (ingredients really vary by brand, so compare them) -- Fist
• Gourmet baked chips such as Kettle Krisps or Guiltless Gourmet -- Fist
• Just Tomatoes and similar snacks, such as Just Mango, Just Raspberries, or Just Roasted Garlic -- Fist
• New York flat breads (crackers) -- Palm
• Nuts -- Thumb
• Odwalla Bars such as Chocolate or Peanut Crunch -- Palm
• Peanut butter crackers -- Palm
• Peanut butter (also available in squeeze containers and individually wrapped slices) -- Thumb
• Peanut butter–filled pretzels -- Fist
• Popcorn, light -- Two fists
• Pop-top cans of fruit or individual fruit bowls -- Fist
• Pop-top tuna or tuna pouches -- Fist
• Powerbar: Harvest -- Palm
• Raisins and other dried fruit -- Thumb
• Raspberry bars, such as Natural Choice -- Palm
• Soy crisps, such as Genisoy Zesty Barbecue (other salty and sweet varieties available) -- Palm
• Soynuts -- Thumb
• Triscuits (reduced fat) -- Palm
• Whole Food’s VERVE Bar, such as Peanut Butter Crunch or Chocolate Chip Peanut Crunch -- Palm

Energy Bars
Energy bars, trail mix, and trail mix bars can be quite high in calories, so compare them. They can even vary within the same brand. For example, some may have a coating that contains hydrogenated fat, so pay close attention to the ingredients as well as the Nutrition Facts label.

THE BEST ENERGY BARS HAVE:

• At least 3 grams of fiber, preferably 5 or more
• Low saturated fat grams and sugar grams (1 teaspoon sugar = 4 grams)
• 7–10 grams of protein for women and up to 15 grams of protein for men if used to replace a mini-meal or snack.
• No palm kernel oil, coconut oil, or trans fat, indicated by hydrogenated or fractionated fat

Produce

• Baby carrots -- Freebie
• Carrots and ranch dip (such as Coolcuts) -- Freebie
• Celery with dip (found in produce section) -- Freebie
• Cut-up fruit:
  • Pineapple -- Fist
  • Honeydew -- Fist
  • Cantaloupe -- Fist
  • Watermelon -- Fist
  • Strawberries -- Fist
• Fruit by the piece  -- Fist
• Garden salad in a to-go container -- Freebie
• Grapes by the bunch  -- Fist
• Spinach salad in a to-go container -- Freebie
• Tropicana juice bottles (found with juice, usually by produce) – Fist

(Source: http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/60-healthy-foods-for-when-you-have-no-time-to-eat-2460472/)

Cooking Pasta With Muji Sauce For Lunch Is Fun & Easy :)

I just used whatever ingredients i have in the fridge for my pasta dish whenever i'm too lazy to go out to eat. I was lucky that i had a lot of choices to choose from this time although no crab meat which will be really suitable for this dish ;) I decided to add some prawns and cheese sausages to go along with it. I love cooking pasta using the instant sauce from Muji as they are so easy to prepare and delicious :) You just have to boil the pasta. Add some garlic to fry before adding the sauce, pasta and other ingredients to the pan for some light frying and you have for yourself a delicious meal :)

My delicious tomato crab sauce pasta is perfect with Muji milk tea ;)

鍾嘉欣 - If You Want Me

(Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9t1L0ihN0Uw&feature=related)

Kate Spade's Three-Story-Tall Bryce Dallas Howard Towers Over Soho

I love this ad! Kate Spade has a gigantic swath of wall above Soho hosting their first celebrity-featuring ad campaign ever.

(Source: http://ny.racked.com/archives/2011/03/03/bryce_dallas_howard_towers_over_soho_for_kate_spade.php)

Delicious Lunch @ My Favorite Freshness Burger Restaurant :)

I went Serangoon Nex earlier and managed to have lunch at Freshness Burger. I have been craving for its yummy fish burger and chicken nuggets and managed to satisfied all my cravings plus enjoying a nice cup of iced latte :) so sinful but luckily i went jogging yesterday so at least not that bad. I'm trying to live a more healthy and active lifestyle (so that i can also be slimmer heehee) and have set a target to jog at least twice a week and eat more vegetables. Hopefully i will be able to stay discipline.....

魏如昀 無眠@星光大道頂尖企劃

(Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUvKfvHOlcM)

My Mum's Home Cooked Food Is Still The Best :)

My Favorite Carrot Cake For Breakfast @ AMK Central :)

I Can't Wait To Get The New iPad2!!!

h my god, its so cool!!! Information about the new iPad2 has been released and it will be available in the US from 11 March 2011. The more i read about the new iPad2, the more i wanna get it!!!! Its 33% Thinner, up to 15% lighter, faster times 2, 2 cameras and new smart covers!!!! The best thing is the covers comes in my favorite pink, blue and lot of other various colors!!! And its available in black & white. I also wanna own one!!! You can get more information at http://www.apple.com/ipad/features/.

(Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AJunz2i3RU&feature=player_embedded)

超級星光大道 20110213 魏如昀-她說

I love her voice and she really sung JJ Lin's song really well :)

(Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkWXbjhNqdE)

超級星光大道 20110213 黃偉晉-歡喜就好

I watched this last night on cable and 黃偉晉 was one of my favorite contestants in 超級星光大道6 and i was happy to see his interesting and unique performance last night of a Hokkien song. He is still as funny and i look forward to him releasing his first album soon :) Have included the video below for those who missed it.

(Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uU29gpewL9A)

Kate Spade - Hit The Dock Stevie

I saw this lovely and cheerful yellow color Kate Spade bag while at the Kate Spade store at Takashimaya with a friend yesterday. It looks even nicer than the picture and it was love at first sight for me :) The original price was S$500+ and it is selling at S$290 currently!!! I wanted to get one as i love that its just the right size for me and i can fit in alot of my stuff but its a pity that they do not have a new piece and the bag on display was abit dirty. There is also no stock at the Raffle City branch.

I ended up purchasing the bag online using Citibank concierge service last night which was really easy and convenient but i'm not really sure of the exact shipping charges till it arrives. Hopefully i will not get a huge shock when i see the bill but the bag cost only US$207 at Kate Spade website which is about S$270 and hopefully the shipping charges will not cost more than S$40  as i do not wish to spend more than S$310 for the bag. I also saw some lovely new Kate Spade bags at the store and have included the pictures below for those who are thinking of getting a new bag ;) I'm gonna wait for them to be on sale before  i make anymore future purchases.

dizzy dot sophie

spinney hill stevie

kennywood sidney

(Source: http://www.katespade.com)